Line Operator – Fast-Paced Food Packaging & QA

Culina; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Culina is seeking a meticulous line operative to support our chilled & fresh division. You will work on manual and automated lines to meet production targets while ensuring QA standards and safety protocols are followed.

You will report hazards, maintain line cleanliness, check pack quality, and assist with audits. Experience in food manufacturing and strong attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Food manufacturing/packaging background essential.
• Able to work within a fast-paced environment.
• Basic IT skills and ability to use the integrated management system.
• Meet standards required for internal and external audits.

Responsibilities

• Follow Safe Systems of Work and procedures.
• Report any near miss incidents, hazards or defective equipment at any time.
• Report accidents and support investigations.
• Adhere to all Quality procedures.
• Report faults in packed product e.g. poor seals, coding, difficult to read or missing.
• Check products and ensure quality is packed and dates on incoming products.
• Ensure pallet layout is correct and line area kept tidy to prevent contamination.
• Follow hygiene rules and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Work at required rate to meet line targets and KPI goals.
• Support training and HS&E compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic IT skills

Quality procedures knowledge

Health & Safety awareness

Education

Food manufacturing/packaging background

Tools

Integrated management system

Job description

Culina is seeking a meticulous line operative to support our chilled & fresh division. You will work on manual and automated lines to meet production targets while ensuring QA standards and safety protocols are followed.

You will report hazards, maintain line cleanliness, check pack quality, and assist with audits. Experience in food manufacturing and strong attention to detail are essential for success.